Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-2060 | V100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 300W |
| VRAM | 6-12 GB | 16-32 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 5,120 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | HBM2 |
| Architecture | Turing | Volta |
| Form Factors | PCIe | SXM2, PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink, PCIe 3.0 | |
| Tensor Cores | 240 | 640 |
| FP16 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 125 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 15.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 900 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The V100 demonstrates superior compute power with 125 TFLOPS in FP16 compared to the RTX 2060's 6.5 TFLOPS, accelerating mixed-precision training in neural networks by up to 19 times. FP32 performance of 15.7 TFLOPS versus 6.5 TFLOPS benefits traditional single-precision inference and simulations.
Memory differences are stark: V100's 32 GB HBM2 at 900 GB/s bandwidth supports larger batch sizes and complex models without bottlenecks, while RTX 2060's maximum 12 GB GDDR6 at 336 GB/s limits scalability for memory-intensive workloads. This enables V100 to process bigger datasets faster, reducing training epochs.
Although RTX 2060 consumes only 160W versus V100's 300W, the latter's NVLink interconnect facilitates efficient multi-GPU setups, enhancing throughput in distributed training scenarios.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
Tesla V100 32GB
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() TensorDock | NVIDIA Tesla V100 16GB 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Texas | $0.19/GPU/hr | Available | ||
![]() TensorDock | NVIDIA Tesla V100 16GB 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | New York City | $0.19/GPU/hr | Available | ||
![]() TensorDock | NVIDIA Tesla V100 32GB 32GB VRAM | 32GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | Texas | $0.29/GPU/hr | Available | ||
![]() TensorDock | NVIDIA Tesla V100 32GB 32GB VRAM | 32GB | 0 vCPU 0GB RAM | New York City | $0.29/GPU/hr | Available | ||
![]() Lambda Labs | 8×NVIDIA Tesla V100 16GB 16GB VRAM | 16GB | 88 vCPU 448GB RAM 6041GB Storage | Texas | $0.79/GPU/hr $6.32/hr total (8×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 2060
The RTX 2060 is preferable for budget-constrained projects. At $0.02 per hour minimum pricing, it handles lightweight inference or prototyping with models fitting within 12 GB GDDR6 VRAM and 336 GB/s bandwidth.
Its 160W TDP suits low-power cloud instances or personal experimentation, where 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 suffices for non-demanding tasks like basic image processing.
When to Choose the Tesla V100 32GB
The V100 is the choice for high-performance AI training. 125 TFLOPS FP16 and 15.7 TFLOPS FP32 deliver rapid deep learning iterations, ideal for large-scale models.
32 GB HBM2 VRAM and 900 GB/s bandwidth accommodate massive batch sizes and datasets, with NVLink enabling seamless multi-GPU scaling despite the 300W TDP.
Use Cases
V100's 125 TFLOPS FP16 and 32 GB HBM2 VRAM manage large language model training effectively. RTX 2060's 6.5 TFLOPS and 12 GB maximum cannot handle the scale.
V100 supports high-throughput inference for large LLMs with 900 GB/s bandwidth and 15.7 TFLOPS FP32. RTX 2060 limits to smaller models due to 336 GB/s.
V100 accelerates fine-tuning via 125 TFLOPS FP16 for efficient mixed precision. Its 32 GB VRAM fits bigger datasets than RTX 2060's 12 GB.
RTX 2060's 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 generates images adequately at low $0.02 per hour cost. V100's superior specs suit higher resolutions but at $0.29 minimum.
V100's 15.7 TFLOPS FP32 and NVLink excel in simulations. RTX 2060's 6.5 TFLOPS falls short for compute-heavy scientific workloads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VRAM difference between RTX 2060 and V100?▾
RTX 2060 offers 6 to 12 GB GDDR6 VRAM. V100 provides 16 to 32 GB HBM2. This makes V100 better for large models.
How do FP16 performances compare?▾
RTX 2060 delivers 6.5 TFLOPS FP16. V100 achieves 125 TFLOPS FP16. V100 is ideal for mixed-precision training.
Which has higher memory bandwidth?▾
V100 has 900 GB/s bandwidth with HBM2. RTX 2060 reaches 336 GB/s with GDDR6. Higher bandwidth aids larger batches on V100.
What are the cloud pricing differences?▾
RTX 2060 starts at $0.02 per hour average $0.04 across 2 offers. V100 begins at $0.29 per hour average $1.01 across 46 offers.
Which GPU has lower TDP?▾
RTX 2060 uses 160W TDP. V100 requires 300W. Lower TDP favors RTX 2060 for power-sensitive setups.
Is V100 newer than RTX 2060?▾
V100 uses 2017 Volta architecture. RTX 2060 employs 2019 Turing. Newer architecture gives RTX 2060 gaming edges.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2060 or the V100?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2060 and V100 vary by provider, configuration, and availability. This page shows live pricing from 25+ providers updated every 60 seconds. Scroll to the Live Cloud Pricing section to compare current rates.
How much VRAM does the RTX 2060 have compared to the V100?▾
The RTX 2060 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The V100 has 16 to 32 GB of HBM2 memory.
Can I find RTX 2060 and V100 GPUs available to rent right now?▾
Yes. This page shows real-time availability across 25+ cloud GPU providers. The Live Cloud Pricing section displays only in-stock offers with current pricing.
What is the main difference between the RTX 2060 and the V100?▾
The RTX 2060 uses the Turing architecture (2019) while the V100 uses Volta (2017). The V100 delivers 19.2x the FP16 throughput and 2.7x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2060.

